With the number of CFP Board-approved planning programs growing across the country, prospective advisors have a longer list of choices than ever before. While there are many factors to consider when choosing a program, geography can be important. Advisors looking to hire young planners should take note of the planning programs in their area as well.

To start your search a little closer to home (or farther away), check out where our annual list of 95 top financial planning degree programs at colleges and universities fall on the map, organized by region.

Note: Maps not drawn to scale. Numbers correspond to location. Blue numbers/bold text indicates programs that are new to this year's listing.